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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Jul 24, 1964
Page
4
The piece analyzes Goldwater's cross class appeal and the unknown breadth of support. It notes his conservative stance aims to shrink government and repeal laws. It suggests many backers are affluent and middle class, unsettled by perceived government overreach, with age demographics shaping the vote.
Washington reports a growing U.S. led alliance with hill tribes along the South Viet Nam Laos border to seal the Ho Chi Minh trails. Guerrilla units and tribesmen patrol forests at night striking North Vietnamese supply lines and fighters. The effort, aimed at restricting Viet Cong movement, plans to expand in six to eight months.
Walter Reuther calls for a 10 percent wage boost and broad fringe benefits for UAW workers while GM Ford and Chrysler face inflation concerns. He ignores man hour productivity and dismisses the Presidents Council view that raises align with GDP growth, amid GM profits and payroll records and a $2 billion expansion plan for 50 000 new jobs.
The death of Maurice Thorez reduces the core group of world communist leaders. Togliatti Ho Chi Minh and Mao remain, but many have faded or died as committee control rises. The shift signals a different world order since the 1920s and 1930s, with potential for continued danger.
In a humorous salon of workplace banter in New York, Esmerelda the long serving secretary endures chatter about marriage, independence, and male motives. Jokes probe dating norms, wedding traditions, and the “ Cinderella complex,” while coworkers tease her through birthday roses and office fund quips.
AP analysis notes business leaders expect the economy to remain strong through summer 1965 despite auto labor talks and a wary presidential campaign. They monitor factory hours, durable goods orders, and job data while predicting a robust autumn rebound and continued expansion into 1966, with caution about potential wage costs and price pressures.
Ruth Millett argues couples must share leisure to avoid routine. A domestic hobby mix—yard work, language learning, or community projects—creates topics and common interests, preventing boredom.
A reader asks about eligibility for both Railroad Retirement and Social Security benefits. The article explains you can receive both if qualified, with separate claim processes at Social Security offices and Railroad Retirement offices, and notes specifics for other readers about eligibility, refunds, and survivor benefits.
A reader praises Journal editorials while opposing Barry Goldwater’s 1964 White House bid. The writer says Goldwater would split the party and reverse gains for the many, praising intelligent voters and warning against a reactionary past. The note closes with a sign-off about a deceased husband’s benefit.
Biddeford Saco Journal lists Adams Street Biddeford Maine offices publisher editor and phone numbers. It also notes subscription rates in advance and AP membership with exclusive news rights and postal classification.
A combined puzzle page lists a daily crossword with clues ranging from metal containers to Greek letters and a cryptogram quotation with a different cipher each day. The page includes a sample quote and yesterday's cryptoquote solution in a compact, period-appropriate newswire style.
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